Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice
2025-11-19 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-11-26 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Vancouver) | Christie Lee’s Hall, 807-703 Radio Ave, Nelson, BC, V1L3L3, Canada
Want to learn and practice dancing Argentine Tango?

We host a weekly mini-lesson and practica at Christie Lee’s Hall in Fairview.

The guided portion from 7:30-8:15 has a different host and topic each week (check our Facebook page for host and topic announcements). We have an open practice after the lesson until 9:30pm.

Dancers of all levels are welcome! Material is beginner-friendly.

Tango is an improvised partner dance originating in Argentina and Uruguay; you don’t need a partner to attend tango practices or events and it can be danced by anyone and everyone.

Please bring your dancing shoes and a water bottle.

5$ donation

Where to find us: Christies Lees Hall is on Radio Ave., in lower Fairview. You can access Radio from 4th or 7th Streets. The Hall’s part of the Kiwanis Villa complex. On Radio Ave. look for “701” on the deck post near the sidewalk leading to the front doors. Also, look for the sandwich board near the sidewalk.

Google map link: https://goo.gl/maps/zFraPXNpJ6aBBJtv6
Maps will tell you that it’s “temporarily closed” but don’t believe it!

Saturday Bunker tours
2025-11-22 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-29 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
During the height of the Cold War, in the 1950s and 1960s, nearly 50 bunkers were constructed across Canada. In 2017, the Nelson Museum began work on restoring the space and opening it to the public. You can join a tour of one of the Museumʼs best-loved spaces!

From iodine pills and Geiger counters to board games and ashtrays, visitors get a glimpse of the vast measures taken to create normalcy in an extraordinary time.

Click on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! (https://form-can.keela.co/bunker-tours)

Film & Market Night for Palestine at Nelson United Church
2025-12-05 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson United Church, 602 Silica Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4N1, Canada
✨ MOVIE AND MARKET NIGHT FOR PALESTINE✨
Date: December 5th
Market @ 6pm
Film @ 7pm
Location: Nelson United Church
Sliding scale, suggested donation of $20
Come gather in community and join us for our Makers Market and Film Screening. Market will feature goods from local artists, makers, and creatives, plus other donated goods.
Following the market we will be screening ‘Gaza: Doctors Under Attack’.
As this is a co-sponsored event by Nelson4Palestine and UCPIP, all ticket sales with be split between this organization and N4P donees. All market proceeds will be directly divided between N4P donees; our sponsorship of orphans in Gaza through Islamic Relief Canada, and Autonomous Sinixt.
http://galabid.com/gazadoctorsattacked

Basics of Animal Illustration: Ages 11-14
2025-12-06 09:30 - 12:30 (America/Vancouver) | West Kootenay Community Animal Centre, 124 Heritage Way, Castlegar BC
Get creative with the BC SPCA!
Participants will learn the basics of drawing from real life, taking inspiration from shelter animals and BC SPCA alumni. Through this interactive workshop, they will learn about the SPCA as an organization, the basics of animal body language, and contribute to the community by highlighting adoptable animals. Facilitated by Erin Shuttleworth, a professional artist and humane educator. Participants can also bring portfolio pieces for feedback.
Date and time: December 6, 2025 from 9:30am-12:30pm
Location: West Kootenay Community Animal Centre, 124 Heritage Way, Castlegar BC
Ages: 11-14
Price: $37.50
Note: while participants will have the opportunity to view shelter animals, they may not be able to interact directly with them.

ARTIST SOCIAL @ LUFT CAFE & BAR
2025-12-09 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Edmonton) | Luft Café and Bar, VRGE Hotel 1500 1 St W, Revelstoke, BC
ARTIST SOCIALS | LUFT CAFE & BAR
Hosted by RVAC in Collaboration with theVRGE Hotel
Join us for Artist Socials ! These laid-back, no-pressure events are the perfect opportunity to connect with other creatives in the community, share ideas, and socialize. There’s no set agenda—just good vibes and great conversation. You don’t need to be a member of the Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre to attend, so grab a friend or come ready to meet new ones.
Tuesday, December 9, 6:30 – 8:30pm
Lüft Café & Bar – VRGE Hotel 1500 1 St W, Revelstoke, BC
Ask the server to point you to the right group
All welcome, always
No bookings required

Second Winds Community Band Holiday Concert in Invermere
2025-12-10 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Edmonton) | Columbia Valley Centre, 646 4 Street, Invermere, BC, V0A 1K0
Second Winds Community Band is performing live at the Columbia Valley Centre on December 10th! Doors: 6 pm, show @ 7 pm.
FREE entry with donations to The Christmas Bureau of the Columbia Valley & Columbia Valley Food Bank will be gratefully accepted. Cash concession run by Bright New Minds Childcare Society.
Presented by the District of Invermere. Enjoy an evening of festive music while supporting wonderful local causes. See you there!

Trail Rotary Club Christmas Carol Concert
2025-12-10 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Charles Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave, Trail, British Columbia, V1R 4C7, Canada
Trail Rotary Clubs Annual Christmas Carol Concert is back December 10th at the Charles Bailey Theatre
Doors at 6:30, show starts at 7:00
Entry is by donation and all proceeds go to the Trail Salvation Army Christmas Food Hamper

The Twin Rivers Community Choir presents: Winter Connections
2025-12-12 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-13 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Edmonton) | New Life Church, 602 7 St, Castlegar, BC, V1N 3J6, Canada
Come join us as we deliver an enjoyable seasonal experience!
Adults $20 / Students $10
Dec 12 & Dec 13, 7PM til 9 PM PST.
New Life Church, Castlegar.
TICKETS: https://www.twinriverschoir.com/events
Contact Information;
250-364-8346
trcchoir@gmail.com

Salmo Artventure Exhibition & Competition
2026-01-10 15:00 - 19:00 (America/Edmonton) | 215 Davies Ave, Salmo, BC V0G 1Z0, Canada
This is a family fun event where the public casts their vote for their favourite artwork.
Winners are chosen by the public. The show features painters, metal artists, wood artists, illustrators, glass artists, photographers and textile artists all vying for this years crown.
The show also features live music and an Art Basket Door Prize from the Salmo And District Arts Council.
This is a free event to attend.

Revelstoke: ARTIST SOCIALS | LUFT CAFE & BAR
2026-01-15 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Luft Café and Bar, VRGE Hotel 1500 1 St W, Revelstoke, BC
Hosted by RVAC in Collaboration with the VRGE Hotel
Join us for Artist Socials ! These laid-back, no-pressure events are the perfect opportunity to connect with other creatives in the community, share ideas, and socialize. There’s no set agenda—just good vibes and great conversation. You don’t need to be a member of the Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre to attend, so grab a friend or come ready to meet new ones.
Thursday, January 15, 6:30 – 8:00pm
Lüft Café & Bar – VRGE Hotel 1500 1 St W, Revelstoke, BC
Ask the server to point you to the right group
All welcome, always
No bookings required

Slocan: 4TH ANNUAL WINTER CARNIVAL
2026-01-17 13:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | Expo Park, Slocan
4TH ANNUAL WINTER CARNIVAL!
BY DONATION $0-$50

EXPO PARK, SLOCAN

1:00 HANNAH CLAIRE
2:00 MASSIMO CIRCUS ARTS
2:30PM PUPPETS ON THE MOVE & SPIN THE WHEEL
3:30 WALL DOG NEO-SOUL FOLK JAZZ
4:30 SOS RAP & FREESTYLE
5:00 THISISSAMI
6:30 ANIMUS ROVING FIRE SPINNING
7:00 THE GREAT FULL LIFE

1PM BIOCHAR WORKSHOP
SNOWMAN BUILDING COMPETITION
FIRE PITS
RAFFLE PRIZES AND 50/50
VENDORS

1PM-4PM
FREE CRAFTING WITH CBAL
FREE LAZER TAG FROM KOOTENAY TAGTICAL
FREE GAMES BY SV YOUTH NETWORK & PHARATREE

THE LEGION, SLOCAN
9PM- 1AM DJS FATTYCAKES, DAILY BASIS & LUMINESCE

FOOD VENDORS:
THE SLICE
TALISHACK
OH MY LARD
FOMO

MUSIC PRODUCED BY LIVE HARMONICS

THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SPONSORS AND SUPPORTERS:

THE VILLAGE OF SLOCAN
REDI GRANT, RDCK AREA H
SLOCAN VALLEY LEGACY FUND
COLUMBIA BASIN TRUST
STELLARVISTA
KOOTENAY CO-OP
SLOCAN VALLEY CO-OP
TROWELEX RENTALS AND SALES
SIFCO
NELSON & DISTRICT CREDIT UNION
SLOCAN VALLEY LEGION
SLOCAN VILLAGE MARKET
WEGCSS
THE HUB
HALL PRINTING

Arts & Culture Grants from CKCA: Q&A Sessions
2026-01-27 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Online
JOIN US FOR A CKCA Q&A SESSION

West Kootenay Fibreshed

Do you have an idea for a project that focuses on arts and culture? Grants from the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance (CKCA) could help.
These grants—funded by Columbia Basin Trust and managed by the West Kootenay Regional Arts Council—are available for all art disciplines, for both individuals and arts and culture organizations in the Columbia Basin.
CKCA’s next application period will open January 12, 2026, and close February 20, 2026, or March 6, 2026, depending on the program.
Q&A sessions
To learn more about these grants and how to apply, attend one of our FREE question-and-answer sessions. The events all take place online through Zoom.
REGISTER NOW IN THE ONE THAT WORKS FOR YOU!

Tuesday, January 27, 2026: 4 p.m. Pacific / 5 p.m. Mountain
Wednesday, January 28, 2026: noon Pacific / 1 p.m. Mountain
Tuesday, February 3, 2026: noon Pacific / 1 p.m. Mountain
Wednesday, February 4, 2026: 4 p.m. Pacific / 5 p.m. Mountain

Before you attend a session, we encourage you to watch the latest video about the specific program you’re considering applying to. Note: these videos will be available as of January 12, 2026, when the programs launch. To find the video, select the program that interests you and navigate to that program’s page. Afterwards, come to the Q&A session with your questions.
If you have questions about your specific project, rather than the programs themselves, contact us directly instead of asking them during a session.

Revelstoke: POETRY IN THE GALLERY | FREE
2026-01-29 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
POETRY IN THE GALLERY | FREE
Hosted by Emma Beck
Come spend a free evening surrounded by poetry, creativity, and community! Whether you’d like to read your own work, share a favourite poem, or just sit back and enjoy, everyone is invited. Bring a warm drink, settle into the cozy gallery space, and let yourself be inspired. This is a relaxed, judgment-free event where all voices are welcome—especially beginners!
Thursday, January 29
6:30pm – 8:00pm
Novembers Theme: “Inspiration”
RVAC Main Gallery, 320 Wilson st.
All forms of poetry welcome
No bookings required!
For our younger poets: All ages are encouraged to join these poetry nights, however please note that the last 45 minuets of this session will be reserved for adult content. Starting at 7:15pm some material may not be suitable for younger audiences.

Workshop: Métis-Style Beaded Leather Mittens (Day 1 of 2)
2026-01-31 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Fernie Aquatic Centre Multi-Purpose Room, 250 Pine Ave, Fernie, BC, V0B1M2, Canada
Learn to bead and hand sew a pair of beautiful Métis / Indigenous style mittens. Some experience hand and machine sewing is helpful, but enthusiasm will work too!
This 2 day course will occur over 2 weekends: Saturday, Jan 31, 9:30 – 4:00 and Saturday, Feb 7, 9:30 – 4:00 MST.
This will allow time to complete essential elements before assembling the mitten. A sewing machine for your liners is useful but not required.
The cost is $200, supplies included.
The Elk Valley Metis Association will provide sponsorship for Metis / Indigenous persons.
Advanced registration is required, 15 persons max.

Workshop: Métis-Style Beaded Leather Mittens (Day 2 of 2)
2026-02-07 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Fernie Aquatic Centre Multi-Purpose Room, 250 Pine Ave, Fernie, BC, V0B1M2, Canada

Salmo - Poetry Zine Crafting Night
2026-02-13 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Salmo Art Church, 304 Main St., Salmo, V0G1Z0
Poetry Zine Crafting Night with Jordyn Baird!
Bring your printed out poetry or email it ahead of time-come make a zine with us! Get published in a printed zine that will be distributed for free!
Feb 13 6-8pm at the Salmo Art Church at 304 Main St.
Snacks included, donations welcomed.
RSVP, Questions or info email jordynbaird321@gmail.com

Nakusp - Winter Blues Dance
2026-02-14 19:30 - 2026-02-15 00:30 (America/Vancouver) | Nakusp Legion, 404 1st St NW,, Nakusp, BC, British Columbia, Canada
Dance party with the funk dance band Lisalicious this Saturday night!
Arrow Lakes District Arts Council Society is Having a Party to break up the winter blues.
Share the night with family, friends, community, dancing, appetizers, door prize and 50/50.
Nakusp Legion
Advance tickets at Bon Marche
Early bird $20 till January 31, 2026
Regular $25 at the door.
Doors open at 7:30pm
Music by Lisalisious starts at 8:30pm

A Tribute to the Songwriters of the 60's & 70's w/ Paul Allen Duo
2026-02-21 19:00 - 21:30 (America/Vancouver) | Fauquier Community Centre
A Tribute to the Songwriters of the 1960’s/70’s” by The Paul Allen Duo:
Sat. Feb.21st @ Fauquier Community Centre, Fauquier, BC from 7:00pm till 9:30pm.
Come out for a fun evening of laughter while you reminisce and singing along to classic covers with an artist that lived the era. Hear behind the scenes stories about the artists and songs and relive the nostalgia of the period.

Nelson - Drawing Party! with Jim Holyoak and music by Jesse Lee
2026-02-26 16:30 - 19:30 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Drawing Party! with Jim Holyoak and music by Jesse Lee
Join us for a Drawing Party! Facilitated by local artist Jim Holyoak with live music by Jesse Lee. This will be a relaxed, social evening of drawing and music with an explorative approach to the creative process.
Pre-registration is required.
$5 for members and $10 for non-members.
Ages 14+
There will be a cash bar with a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks available.
Go to the FB event for the link to register.

Revelstoke - Poetry in the Gallery | FREE
2026-02-26 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
Poetry in the Gallery | FREE
Hosted by Emma Beck
Come spend a free evening surrounded by poetry, creativity, and community! Whether you’d like to read your own work, share a favorite poem, or just sit back and enjoy, everyone is invited. Bring a warm drink, settle into the cozy gallery space, and let yourself be inspired. This is a relaxed, judgment-free event where all voices are welcome—especially beginners!
Thursday, February 26
6:30pm – 8:00pm
February’s Theme: Growth
RVAC Main Gallery, 320 Wilson st.
All forms of poetry welcome
Open to all ages, Everyone is Welcome
No bookings required!
For our younger poets: All ages are encouraged to join these poetry nights, however please note that the last 45 minuets of this session will be reserved for adult content. Starting 7:15pm some material may not be suitable for younger audiences.

Creston - Seedy Saturday at the Library! (seed swap)
2026-03-07 | Creston Valley Public Library, 531 16 Ave S, Creston, BC, V0B 1G5
Join us on March 7th for Seedy Saturday at the Library.
All-day self-serve seed swap! In the main foyer of the library you will find a bounty of seeds donated from the Creston Community Seed Bank Society and more donated by participants in the swap. Feel free to bring some seeds to contribute to the table, and take some away with you to grow at home! small bags and labelling supplies will be provided.
and at 1pm in the Library Meeting Room, we’ll be welcoming the Creston Community Seed Bank Society for an info session geared to new gardeners or gardeners new to the Creston area. A seed-saving Q&A will follow the presentation.
All are welcome, free to attend, no registration required.

Creston - 'M Factor 2 – Before the Pause' Documentary Screening
2026-03-12 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Creston Valley Public Library, 531 16 Ave S, Creston, BC, V0B 1G5
Join us on March 12th at 7pm for a free screening of M Factor 2: Before the Pause, the next installment in the documentary series about menopause and perimenopause.
Carmen Ditzler and Joanne Gailius, both local women’s health advocates with extensive knowledge, will be present for discussion and a Q&A to accompany the screening.
All are welcome, free to attend.
Please register for “tickets” at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-m-factor-2-before-the-pause-perimenopause-creston-bc-tickets-1982980230249?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
(if registration is a barrier to attending, please know you can also just show up! the registration with eventbrite is helpful for our stats and for the promotional efforts for the film).

Castlegar - Oots Open Mic featuring Tenise Marie
2026-03-14 17:30 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Harry’s Hall, 1119 Columbia Rd., Castlegar, British Columbia, V1N4L7, Canada
Monthly Open Mic with feature act. Saturday March 14h at Castlegar’s newest, hippest venue… Come on out, we’d love to see you perform, watch, dance or simply hang out… All arts disciplines welcomed.
All ages, by donation event.
Let’s go Castlegar/Oots and beyond!
Food and drinks available by Feed Your Soul Foods.
This month’s feature act: Tenise Marie
Tenise Marie is a singer-songwriter and performer based in Nelson, British Columbia.
Known for her luminous voice, enchanting lyrics, and melodies that transcend the expected, her songs bridge tradition and innovation, reflecting the confluence of her English, French & Assyrian roots.
Her latest album Off The Record was released in 2025 with support from Creative BC and The Province of British Columbia, marking a vulnerable journey of reclaiming heritage and identity, heavily inspired by her travels to Iraq’s Assyrian homeland, supported by the Canada Council for the Arts.
In 2025, Tenise toured her live show across BC, with notable performances at festivals including Starbelly Jam (Crawford Bay) and Woodstove Festival (Cumberland), an official showcase at Pacific Contact (Vancouver), and a headlining concert at Key City Theatre (Cranbrook).
“Tenise doesn’t just write songs – she documents the soul’s evolution. Her music has always reflected a deep curiosity and hunger for meaning, and this new release continues this tradition with quiet grace”
~ Mischa Plouffe, Buzz Music, Los Angeles
“Watching Marie perform is an emotional experience…coming of age, falling in love, and exploring the world are just the surface level of inspiration in Marie’s pieces”
~ Olivia Herring, Music Mecca, Nashville
Sounds like: Allison Russell, Bedouine, & Joan Baez
https://www.tenisemariemusic.com/
https://www.instagram.com/tenisemariemusic/
https://www.facebook.com/tenisemariemusic/
https://www.youtube.com/c/TeniseMarie

Fruitvale - Dance away the winter blues with Swingsations
2026-03-14 19:00 - 22:30 (America/Vancouver) | fruitvale memorial hall, 1968 Main St, Fruitvale, BC, V0G 1L0, Canada
Join Swingsations Big Band for an evening of live swing and jazz at the Fruitvale Memorial Hall on Friday, March 14. The 18-piece band will be performing classic big band favorites along with lively dance tunes that keep the floor moving all night.
Whether you’re an experienced swing dancer or just want to enjoy great live music, everyone is welcome. Come out for a fun community evening filled with big band sound, great rhythm, and plenty of opportunity to dance.
Doors open at 7:00 PM, with music starting at 7:30 PM.

Nelson - Movie Night For Palestine
2026-03-15 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Hume Hotel, 422 Vernon Street, Nelson, BC, V1L 4E5, Canada
In honour of International Women’s Day, Nelson4Palestine will be showing:
Naila & the Uprising documentary
Doors at 4:30pm
Film at 5pm
Interactive discussion at 6:30pm
About the movie:
An inspiring documentary chronicling the remarkable journey of Naila Ayesh and a fierce community of women at the frontlines, whose stories weave through the most vibrant, nonviolent mobilization in Palestinian history – the First Intifada in the late 1980s. The film is entirely subtitled and rated PG 14 for language and violence.
Tickets are $20 suggested minimum donation at the door (cash or debit). Free community tickets are available, email nelson4palestine@gmail.com to reserve.
100% of proceeds above the venue costs will go towards:
The ongoing Nelson4Palestine sponsorship of 2 orphaned children in Gaza via Islamic Relief Canada
Faz3a – a Palestinian led international solidarity network in the West Bank
Blood of Life Collective in support of the Autonomous Sinixt.

Creston - SkillShare Saturdays – Sketchbook & Collage Club
2026-03-21 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Creston Valley Public Library, 531 16 Ave S, Creston, BC, V0B 1G5
Collage Club is back with a sketchbook twist!
Starting with an old book, we’ll use collage elements, paint, and whatever else we want to create a sketchbook or visual diary. Join us for an opportunity for free creative play!
All supplies provided! No registration required.
This is an adult programming event, but children accompanied by a participating adult are very welcome to attend.
This is the last session in a three-part series of collage events.

Nelson: Therese DesCamp Book Launch
2026-03-21 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 1N4, Canada
Join us at the Nelson Library for the book launch of Hands Like Roots: Notes on an Entangled Contemplative Life.
Authored by New Denver resident Therese DesCamp, the book weaves together science, spirituality, and a love of life. DesCamp integrates a grab-bag of knowledge—hydrology, climate instability, cognitive science, embodiment—with her inner experiences of prayer and meditation. The resulting essays are accessible, poetic, vulnerable and surprising.
DesCamp will discuss her book and answer your questions.
